Monroe County Nutrition Coalition
The Nutrition Coalition was developed in late 2016, after Monroe County’s Community Health Improvement Plan identified nutrition as one of the priority health needs in the county.
Vision: A healthier Monroe County, one bite at a time
Mission: To build a healthy community through a comprehensive initiative to promote good nutrition and access to healthy foods.
Join the Fruit and Veggie Bingo Challenge during the month of September!
Download your Bingo board here.
Complete a 5 in a row Bingo by completing the challenges listed on the board. Submit your Bingo board to moco.health@co.monroe.wi.us by September 30, 2023 to be entered into a drawing for various prizes. Winners will notified on October 2, 2023.
The Nutrition Coalition holds meetings virtually on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 1:00pm-2:00pm. Meeting minutes from 2023 can be found below:
Call the Health Department to request meeting minutes from 2018-2022.
Click here to view the strategic plan.
Wisconsin Harvest of the Month is a statewide campaign that empowers families to eat more fruits and vegetables. Each month, Monroe County Nutrition Coalition features two seasonal fruits and/or vegetables and encourages families to taste, explore, and learn about the importance of eating fruits and vegetables.
Available in English and Español. Click each link to view and download:
January 2023 – Cabbage and Carrots | Recipes
February 2023 – Beets and Potatoes | Recipes
March 2023 – Lettuce and Sweet Peas | Recipes
April 2023 – Rhubarb and Radishes | Recipes
May 2023 – Asparagus and Greens | Recipes
June 2023 – Cucumbers and Strawberries | Recipes
July 2023 – Tomatoes and Summer Squash | Recipes
August 2023- Corn and Peppers | Recipes
September 2023- Grapes and Apples | Recipes
Nutrition Coalition members can request to use the cornhole and photo op boards for events. Click here for the form to request the boards. Completed forms can be returned to the Health Department Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm.
For more information or to join the coalition, contact Laura Reutlinger, or call the Monroe County Health Department at 608-269-8666.